Temporary, Program Coordinator, GNRE

Organization Description  

Vital Voices Global Partnership is a leading international non-profit organization. We invest in women leaders who are tackling the world’s greatest challenges – from gender-based violence to the climate crisis, economic inequities, and more. We are “venture catalysts,” identifying leaders with a daring vision for change and partnering with them to make that vision a reality. What sets Vital Voices apart is that we make long-term, holistic investments in leaders with bold ideas for change — providing them connections, capacity, a network of their peers, financial support, and visibility for their work. We have provided early support for leaders who went on to become Nobel Peace Laureates, US Youth Poet Laureates, Prime Ministers, award winning innovators and breakthrough social entrepreneurs. Over the past 24 years, we have directly invested in more than 20,000 change-makers across 184 countries, who in turn have improved the lives of millions of people in their communities and countries.  

Today, Vital Voices has a staff of nearly 100 headquartered in Washington, DC. In the coming years we have a bold vision to dramatically scale our impact. In early 2022, we opened the first ever Global Headquarters for Women’s Leadership, a 30,000+ sq. ft. historic building just blocks from the White House on 16th Street. It is a hub of activity, events, and collaborations — bringing together women leaders and their allies to tackle the world’s greatest challenges. 

Mission 

Vital Voices invests in women leaders taking on the world’s greatest challenges and accelerates collective action towards an equitable and sustainable world.  

Organizational Goals 2030 

1. Scale our proven investment model from 20,000 to 50,000 women leaders - who together will positively impact the lives of one billion people.
2. Make a measurable impact on 1-2 of the greatest challenges as defined by the Vital Voices Global Network - proving the power of collective action.  

Summary 

The Temporary Program Coordinator will work directly under the supervision and guidance of the Program Manager – Penda Sarr. The Program Coordinator for Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) will support the Voices Against Violence Initiative, with specific focus on providing case management for the emergency financial assistance component of the program. The coordinator will also provide French linguistic expertise for gender-based violence programs. The Program Coordinator’s work will also include cross-team collaboration. This temporary, 6 month position is based in Washington, DC with the option of a hybrid work schedule. We are not accepting remote candidates at this time.  

Additional responsibilities include: 

 Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

• Program Development and Implementation: Support program planning and execution, including logistical preparations and the development of the agenda, content and materials for events internationally and domestically. Provide case management for urgent financial assistance component of the VAV program.
• Regional & Linguistic Expertise: Provide linguistic expertise in French for a gender-based violence program. This includes outreach, case management, and other related activities.
• Reporting:  Assist with drafting semi-annual reports to funders covering subject matter including monitoring & evaluation; activity implementation and communications updates; best practices and lessons learned identified; and program management updates.
• Contractor and Sub-Grantee Management: Provide support for management of sub-grantee and contractor agreements. This includes, but is not limited to reviewing proposals, contracts, budgets and program and financial reports.
• Financial Management: Assist with drafting program budgets, update forecasts, and track project spending. Working with the Vital Voices Finance team to process invoices and expense reports.
• Relationship Management: Assist with identifying and liaising with key stakeholders and partners, particularly related to emergency financial assistance program. Maintain contact and relationships with organizations, individuals, and participants on VV’s behalf. Maintain database of program participants, experts, partners, and vendors.
• Communications: Support the creation of one-pagers, concept notes, other communications documents for  the regional engagement team and specific programs.
• DE&I Commitment: Embrace and model the Vital Voices guiding principles, values, investment, and leadership models to support Vital Voices’ organization culture and success.
• Other duties as assigned.   

Professional Qualifications:   

• Bachelor’s degree in international relations or a related field plus 2 – 4 years of work experience required, OR Graduate degree in in international relations or a related field, plus 1 – 3 years of work experience required.
• Strong demonstrated interest in global women’s issues and human rights, particularly gender-based violence;
• Experience providing case management in the context direct service provision strongly preferred, with preference for GBV case management experience;
• Advanced French language proficiency required;
• Excellent oral and written communications skills;
• Strong research and analytical skills, with an emphasis on keen editing skills and attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team is key;
• Ability to prioritize tasks and swiftly shift priorities based on evolving situations;
• Experience with database management;
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity required;
• Strong computer skills including MS Office applications, social networking tools, and database software (i.e. Salesforce). 

This position is a temporary (6 month) full-time, exempt hybrid position based in Washington, DC with two days of required in person attendance at the Vital Voices Headquarters. If and when it is safe to travel, domestic and international travel up to 10% may be required for the position.  

The starting salary range for this position based on an annual range is $59,635 - $84,409 based on experience and ability to have broad impact early.  

Benefits:  

At Vital Voices, we value our employees and their well-being. That's why we offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k match, short and long-term disability, life insurance, HSA, EAP, and more. But that's not all. We believe in giving our employees the flexibility and support they need to thrive in their work and life. That's why we provide generous PTO including wellness flex Fridays, parental leave, earned sabbatical time, and volunteer leave as well as a professional development stipend to support continuous improvement. Join us and be part of a global team that empowers women leaders to transform the world.   

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Vital Voices provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vital Voices complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.   

Vital Voices expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Vital Voices’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.   

This position will engage in descriptive GBV and CRSV content which may cause distress and trauma. Vital Voices is committed to support staffs mental and physical wellbeing through its array of resources around handling secondary trauma.